/BOBF/FRW021 - Configuration error: SHM inconsistent: Element &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/FRW -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Configuration error: SHM inconsistent: Element &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/FRW021 - Configuration error: SHM inconsistent: Element &1 ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/FRW021 Configuration error: SHM inconsistent: Element &1 typically indicates an issue with the configuration of the Business Object Framework (BOF) in SAP. This error is related to the Shared Memory (SHM) used by the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) and suggests that there is an inconsistency in the configuration of the business object.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The error usually arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of the business object, particularly in the shared memory settings.
  Missing or Incorrect Elements: The element referenced in the error message (&1) may be missing or incorrectly defined in the configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies due to missing dependencies or incomplete transport requests.
  Changes in Business Object: Recent changes to the business object or its elements may not have been properly activated or may have introduced inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the business object in the BOPF configuration transaction (e.g., BOBF transaction). Ensure that all elements are correctly defined and consistent.
  Activate Business Object: If there have been recent changes, ensure that the business object is activated. You can do this in the BOPF configuration.
  Check Shared Memory Settings: Verify the shared memory settings for the business object. Ensure that the elements are correctly defined in the shared memory.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport.
  Rebuild Shared Memory: In some cases, it may be necessary to rebuild the shared memory for the business object. This can be done using transaction SMEM or by using specific BOPF-related transactions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOPF documentation available in the SAP Help Portal, which provides detailed information on configuring and managing business objects.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to trace where the inconsistency is occurring.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.